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Calories in Chicken thigh

Chicken thigh has about 209 calories per 100 g, with 26 g protein, 11 g fat and 0 g carbs.

Quick answer

209 kcal

calories per 100 g

Protein
26 g
Fat
11 g
Carbs
0 g

These are reference values. Ingredients and preparation can change the result.

Macros in Chicken thigh

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In your portion

251 kcal

Protein
31.2 g
Fat
13.2 g
Carbs
0 g

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Nutrition table

PortionCaloriesProteinFatCarbs
50 g105 kcal13 g5.5 g0 g
100 g209 kcal26 g11 g0 g
120 g251 kcal31.2 g13.2 g0 g
200 g418 kcal52 g22 g0 g

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What changes the calories?

Oil, sauces, sugar, toppings, cooking method and portion weight can change chicken thigh calories quickly.

FAQ

How many calories are in chicken thigh?

Chicken thigh has about 209 calories per 100 g. A typical cooked thigh (120 g) has about 251 calories.

How much protein is in chicken thigh?

Chicken thigh has about 26 g protein per 100 g and about 31.2 g protein per cooked thigh.

Is chicken thigh good for calorie tracking?

Yes, as long as you track portion size. The biggest source of error is usually weight, sauces, oil and mixed ingredients.

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Data sources

Reference values are compiled from USDA FoodData Central, Open Food Facts and curated food databases. Your actual portion may differ by recipe, brand and cooking method.

Nutrition data methodology

Nutrition values are estimates for calorie tracking and may vary by recipe, brand, cooking method and portion size. Not medical advice.

Last updated: July 24, 2026